An Introduction to A&J Group: Your Guide to a Shipping Leader

1. Welcome to the World of Shipping with A&J Group

Welcome to the exciting and essential industry of global shipping! This guide introduces you to A&J Group, a comprehensive, 100% shipping-oriented company that has been a key player in the port city of Chittagong, Bangladesh, since 1990. Using modern facilities and skilled professionals, they provide a complete range of services for the maritime industry.

The company is driven by two primary visions:

To become one of the leading and most globally recognized shipping lines.
To achieve the target of being the highest-serving company in the shipping sector.

2. The A&J Group Promise: Quality, Safety, and Partnership

A&J Group's success is built on a foundation of strong values and clear commitments to its customers and community. This is the promise they deliver with every service.

2.1. A Foundation of Trust

A&J Group focuses on building long-term relationships with clients. By taking the time to understand their customers' unique demands, the company can provide better service, which improves business performance for everyone involved. As their services are ISO certified, customers can be confident they are working with a reliable and high-quality partner.

2.2. Our Core Commitments (QHSE)

The company's operations are guided by its Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) principles. These statements reflect their core values:

Customer Focus: To proactively offer innovative solutions that solve customer requirements and problems.
Fairness and Professionalism: To treat all people honestly and fairly and to strive for excellence in every action.
Community Responsibility: To be a responsible member of the communities and environments where they live and work.
Commitment to Safety and Compliance: To continuously undergo audits to ensure adherence to government safety, health, and environmental regulations.

These foundational commitments guide the wide array of expert services A&J Group offers.

3. A Complete Range of Shipping Services

A&J Group is not a single entity but a network of specialized businesses that work together to cover every aspect of the shipping process, ensuring a seamless experience for their clients.

3.1. The A&J Family of Companies

This integrated network allows A&J Group to provide end-to-end solutions.

Company Name	Function
A & J TRADERS	Shipping Agent
A & J TRADERS	Stevedore
CROWN IMPEX LTD	Customs Clearing & Forwarding (C&F) Agent
A & J TERMINAL OPERATION	Terminal Operation
A & J BERTH OPERATION	Berth Operation
A & J TRANSPORT	Land & River Transport
A & J CONTRACTIONS	Contractions Service
A&J NAVIGATION	River Carrying
OCEAN AND AIR CARGO LOGISTICS	Freight Forwarding
CHISTIYA TRADING	Ship Supplier & Repairer

3.2. Key Services at the Port

At the port, A&J Group provides a comprehensive menu of services to manage vessels, cargo, and logistics.

Vessel & Crew Services
- Port Agency (Vessel Handling)
- Owner Protecting Agency
- Husbandry Services (e.g., Crew Sign On/Off)
- Liner Agency (MLO Operating)
Cargo & Logistics
- Stevedore Service (Barge Arrangement & Discharging)
- Terminal & Berth Operation
- Customs Clearing & Forwarding (C&F) Agent
Inspection & Surveying
- Cargo Survey (Draft & Hatch Counting)
- Off Hire Bunker Survey (Arrival & Departure)
- Annual Safety Inspection Survey
Supplies & Support
- Bunker Supply (MGO & IFO 180 CST)
- Contractions Service
- International Export of Good-Conditioned Used Marine Spare Parts

These services come to life when you see the actual goods and materials the company handles every day.

4. A&J Group in Action: Handling Diverse Cargo

The best way to understand A&J Group's capabilities is to look at the wide variety of cargo they manage. With decades of experience, the company has successfully handled countless shipments for a diverse range of clients.

The following table summarizes the primary types of goods they handle, based on their recent vessel discharge list.

Common Cargo Type	Examples of Importers
Lube Base Oil	Standard Asiatic Oil Company Ltd., Pacific Oil Co. Ltd., MJL Bangladesh PLC
Agricultural Products	Provita Feed Ltd., Provita Fish Feed Ltd., C.P. Bangladesh Co., Ltd.
Construction Materials	Toma Construction & Co. Ltd., Unique Cement Industries Ltd., Western Engineering (PVT.) Ltd.
Round Log	Popular Export and Import Co (PVT) Ltd., Namirah Door and Furniture Industries Ltd., Mojibur Timber and Saw Mill Ltd.
Industrial Chemicals	DAP FERTILIZER COMPANY LIMITED, MEGHNA PVC LIMITED

This demonstrates A&J Group's expertise in handling everything from industrial liquids and raw materials for construction to essential agricultural goods, proving their versatility in the shipping industry.

5. Your Partner in Logistics

A&J Group is a reliable logistics support company that provides effective solutions for today's demanding transportation requirements within Bangladesh. They ensure that clients' machinery and equipment arrive safely at their destinations by using skilled manpower and the right tools for the job. Furthermore, with over a decade of experience specifically in trading, the company excels in international trade consultancy, helping clients navigate agency agreements, import-export affairs, and market research.